My mum refuses to go to the doctor; how can I get her to go?I am wondering if anyone can help? My mum is 82 and refuses to go to the doctors, for anything. I did a course on dementia awareness as I know...reactions4repliesCaregivingDiagnosisCoping
A film about love in defiance of an Alzheimer's diagnosis Hi everyone, I'd like to share with you all a very touching short film, "Elephant". You can copy and paste this Vimeo link into your browser to watch it: https://vimeo.com/389534683...reactions3repliesCoping
Does anyone have experience with rapidly progressing dementia (RPD)? I'm not having a good day handling things... Mom has rapidly progressive dementia +plus. She was Only just diagnosed in June. She is new to a memory neighborhood after spending...reactions1replyCopingNewly Diagnosed
Have you had to navigate assisted living facilities?There are a variety of assisted living facilities that may be necessary at some point with Alzheimer's disease. From memory care facilities to nursing homes... We want to know, what...reactionsrepliesCaregivingCopingTips & Advice
What is one thing today that made you smile?Whatever made you smile today, no matter for how briefly, we would love to hear about it. Is the sun shining brightly where you are? Did your loved one have...reactions3repliesMental HealthCoping
What are good activities for people with Alzheimer's?Music, art, puzzles...what activities have you found works best for people with Alzheimer's?...reactions7repliesCopingTips & AdviceCaregiving
What are tips for preventing wandering? Wandering is a scary behavior symptom of Alzheimer's. What are prevention tips that have worked to reduce wandering and keep your loved one safe? What questions fo you have for...reactions1replyCopingTips & AdviceCaregiving
Are you part of the sandwich generation?The sandwich generation refers to those who are caring for a parent while also caring for children. This is a space to find others going through similar situations. You can...reactionsrepliesCopingCaregiving
Why does my mom sleep so much?My mom is in the early/moderate stage. She sleeps most the day but does experience some insomnia at night. She seems fine in the morning but I can't get her...reactions2repliesCopingAssisted LivingAwareness